Assistance should include an explanation of the purposes of and procedures for monitoring and documenting patient outcomes and data such as
- blood pressure
- cholesterol values
- glucose values.
See PTCB 3.3, 3.4 (https://www.ptcb.org/lib24watch/files/pdf/169).
See ASHP 3.7 (https://www.ashp.org/-/media/assets/professional-development/technician-program-accreditation/docs/ashp-acpe-pharmacy-technician-accreditation-standard-2018.ashx?la=en&hash=36EAA6511105A6C6BFEA4F30E193892F19E2C385).
Process/Skill Questions:
- What types of lab tests are commonly used to monitor drug therapy?
- How are screening tests used in the pharmacy?
- How should the results of lab tests be communicated?
- To whom should the results of lab tests be communicated?